How to Make The Best 20 Fresh Basil Recipes

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Inside: Discover how to make the best 20 fresh basil recipes, perfect for when you’re wondering what to make with basil. On the menu of recipes with fresh basil are some mouth-watering dishes like Garden Fresh Bruschetta, Spicy Basil Lemon Chicken, Basil, Tomato, & Feta, Pan fried Cod in a Citrus and Basil Butter Sauce, Simple Honey Basil Fruit Salad and so much more!

I love cooking, especially with fresh basil. It’s a great plant to grow at home because it is low maintenance. Around August and September, I usually have a surplus of fresh basil that I don’t want to go to waste.

Whether you buy your fresh basil from the grocery store or harvest it from your own garden, I will share with you how to make the best 20 fresh basil recipes.

What to make with fresh basil?

Once you harvest your basil, you are ready to roll. First, I am going to share my favorite recipe using fresh basil, then you can scroll to see the rest of the top 20 basil recipes.

At the bottom, you can find the printable recipe for the 3-Step Caprese Salad with fresh basil.

Fresh Basil Recipes: Caprese Salad

This is my favorite easy fresh basil recipe because it is so simple and you can really taste the robust flavor of the basil.

In just minutes, you can combine mozzarella, sliced tomatoes, chopped basil and olive oil. Mix it together, sprinkle with salt and pepper and devour.

16. Guilt-Free Garlic Parmesan Zucchini Noodles Pasta

17. Blackberry Basil Moscow Mules

Blackberry Basil Moscow Mules. If you’re a Moscow Mule fan, you’re going to love this vibrant, simple spin on the popular cocktail with fresh blackberries and basil!

18. Fresh Tomato Basil Feta Soup

This fresh tomato soup is kicked up a notch with fresh basil and feta cheese and dairy free! Easy to make and delicious!!

19. Chickpea Cucumber Feta Salad

This Chickpea Cucumber Feta Salad has ALL the best flavors! Loaded with chickpeas, cucumbers, red onions, feta cheese, and fresh basil….this salad is so easy to make and is the perfect side dish for any meal!

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